Nature's Herb for Cholesterol Control
(Commiphora mukul) 
One of the oldest and most famous herbs in ayurvedic medicine, Guggul possesses strong purifying and rejuvenating powers. People today can especially benefit from Guggul's lipid regulating and immunomodulating properties. Studies have shown that Guggul can promote healthy cholesterol levels already within the normal range. The following herbal description is referenced from Himalaya Herbal Healthcare of India. Please note that this information is provided for those seeking to understand how this herbal formula is used in India. In the United States, this product is sold as a dietary supplement, has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. "It is a small tree or shrub with spinescent branches. Guggulu is excreted by the mucous membranes of the body, during the course of which it stimulates and disinfects their secretions. It also contains guggulsterones Z and E, guggulsterols I - V, two diterperoids and a terpene hydrocarbon named cembrane A. The gum resin showed different pharmacological properties, uses and clinical application. It is astringent, expectorant, aphrodisiac, demulcent, carminative, alterative, antispasmodic and emmenagogue. It is useful in snake bite and scorpion sting, infertility, arthritis, leprosy, impotence, sterility, in liver disorders and hemiplegia. It has hypolipidemic and thyroid stimulating properties. It is useful in atherosclerosis, psoriasis and cardiac ischemia. It is used against obesity. Guggulipid is hypocholesteremic. A herb that helps regulate the lipid metabolism, showing excellent results in weight control and body fat reduction. It modulates your lipid profile. The hypocholesteremic activity of guggulipid in Guggulu is used in Hyperlipidemia and Obesity." Also known as: Commiphora, comiphora, comifora, wightii, balsamodendron, bedellium, guggulu, koushika, devadhupa, palankasha Usage Take 1 or 2 capsules twice daily with meals. Packaging 60 250mg Vegetarian capsules
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